Look Behind The Look

Host Tiffany Bartok Brings You Closer To The Details Behind Your Favorite Looks In Film, Television and Music
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New York Times Recommended Look Behind The Look, hosted by filmmaker Tiffany Bartok (Larger Than Life: The Kevyn Aucoin Story), breaks down the most creative looks across TV, film, music, and fashion in exclusive conversations with the artists that created them. Oscar and BAFTA Award Winning makeup and hair artists and costume designers share their process and stories from set with A-List talent, while fashion's elite makeup and hair stylists, photographers and stylists recount tales behind their VOGUE covers. Even hear from Beauty Brand CEO's about how they created their empires. Join us to Look Behind the Look. IG https://www.instagram.com/lookbehindthelook/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/lookbehindthelookpodcast SUBSTACK https://lookbehindthelook.substack.com ShopMy Shelf https://shopmy.us/lookbehindthelook LBTL on Etsy https://creatoriq.cc/4clsLQy LBTL on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/shop/tiffanybartok lookbehindthelook.substack.com

  1. 50M AGO

    Windburned and Wild: Hair & Makeup as Storytelling in Wuthering Heights with Siân Miller

    I love any opportunity I can get to speak with Siân Miller, and what luck it was to have her on for "Wuthering Heights" to discuss all things wild... and contained. Braids for days, vacuum masks, intricate hairstyles only to never have film coverage, and yes... sigh... windburned cheeks. I have known Siân since she worked on Cyrano- a beautiful treasure of a film that many people might not know about, and we dug into all things Saltburn last time, but today we will talk about the film that has us all in the beauty world swooning. What did you think of Wuthering Heights? Have you tried any of the looks yourself? Siân and I also talked about where Hair and Makeup Falls on the priority list of time on shoot days- I’d love to hear from other craft departments about this topic. Makeup and Hair is often disregarded as a chunk of time allotted to vanity, when it is actually vital to the character creation and needs to be reestablished every shoot day. What are your thoughts on this as filmmakers and artists yourselves? Learn more about the products Siân used on-set here: ShopMy 0:00 - Intro 4:04 - When to Modernize the Story 6:12 - Working with Emerald Fennel 9:13 - Creating Cathy’s Hair 12:41 - The Thought Behind The Skin Room 14:17 - Matching Cathy to the Dining Room 17:17 - The Making Of Siân’s Favorite Scene 19:56 - Meaning Behind the Freckles 22:27 - Makeup is an Underappreciated Art 28:10 - Working with Jacob Elordi Again 30:26 - Outro Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    30 min

  2. FEB 18

    Supremely Styled: Miyako Bellizzi’s Oscar Nominated Costume Design

    To be fair, my interview with Miyako was before Marty came to our screens…. you’ve seen in previous posts my excuse for the dog eating my homework; I’ve been producing a film in Philadelphia and the timing is less than stellar. I was also waiting to speak to Mike Fontaine and Kyra Panchenko about their makeup work on Marty which has since been recognized by BAFTA, but Kyra is insanely busy and our schedules did not align. So I am finally releasing my talk with Miyako mostly for bragging rights that I, too was granted the honor of having this superstar on the show. Miyako Bellizzi is THAT GIRL that you want to friends with. She is impossibly cool and effortlessly chic, and above all, spectacularly talented. Josh Safdi's Marty Supreme is without a doubt a polarizing film, but the one fact that is undisputed is it looked flawless. The authenticity, detail, and style are deserving of their Academy Award Nominations and we all knew from the moment this film was released that Bellizzi would be among those craftspeople who were recognized during awards season. I spoke to Miyako early in the film's release so we talked about the press tour a lot. I am not ashamed to admit that I have all the Marty Merch including the Wheaties Box. So while you may have seen this beautiful woman and her extraordinary work in this film featured everywhere from Vogue to Vanity Fair, we had a great time speaking off the cuff about the excitement of the cultural influence of an A24 press tour. Enjoy! 0:00 - Intro 3:37 - Miyoko from Uncut Gems to Marty 8:37 - Creating Gwyneth Paltrow’s Costume 10:00 - Women’s Fashion in the 50’s 12:13 - Individualizing Gwyneth’s Character 14:09 - Morphing Dylan into Marty 18:04 - Developing and Collaborating Looks 20:31 - How Character Arcs Transform Costumes 21:48 - Resonance with Marty’s Drive 23:21 - Outro Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    26 min

  3. FEB 15

    Built for the Academy: Mike Fontaine's Oscar-Nominated Prosthetics of Sinners

    Currently, Mike Fontaine is Oscar Nominated for his work in SINNERS, and his work in Marty Supreme is BAFTA Nominated. I loved hearing Mike talking about knowing what he wanted before he hit double digits and how he became a protégé of Dick Smith—the legendary makeup artist behind The Exorcist and The Godfather—who mentored him into adulthood. Mike shares his experiences collaborating with director Ryan Coogler and the challenges of creating authentic characters. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and passion that goes into making unforgettable cinematic moments and learn about Mike's deep appreciation of nature and how it is reflected in his work. 0:00 - Intro 2:28 - Mike’s Origins in Makeup 8:11 - Visualizing Sinners from Script to Screen 10:06 - Reality of Creating Looks on a Budget 12:09 - Authenticity and Realism in Creation 17:03 - The Mountain of Work 18:30 - Collaboration Is King 22:40 - Magic with Releases 24:25 - Mike’s Work on Marty Supreme 30:55 - Outro Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    32 min

  4. FEB 2

    The Art of the Glow: Unveiling Circa 1970's Face Oil Magic

    In this episode of Look Behind the Look, host Tiffany Bartok welcomes the dynamic duo Barbara Guillaume & Amy Komorowski , renowned groomers who have worked with Hollywood's elite, including Bradley Cooper, Adam Driver and Leo DiCaprio. Together, they unveil the secrets behind their innovative product, Circa 1970 face oil, a, gender-neutral skincare product, formulated with bakuchiol to serve as a natural, non-irritating alternative to retinol. The women are transparent with their challenges (thank you, ladies, we are not alone it seems:), and reveal why their (ahem) very famous clients pay retail to secure this magic potion for themselves. Entirely self-funded and deeply inspirational, Amy and Barbara tell all about this extraordinary product and how it found its way to the most elite vanities in Hollywood and beyond. I’ve used this magic potion and the smell alone is heaven-on-earth, not to mention the power of the product… and its two founders. Head Here for Circa 1970 Oil Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    29 min

  5. JAN 14

    Architects of Absurdity: Navigating Gilliam's Beautiful Nightmares

    In this holiday edition of Look Behind the Look, we unwrap the layers of Terry Gilliam's 1985 film Brazil, a retro futurist fever dream that cleverly disguises its incisive critique of bureaucracy and authoritarianism as a Christmas movie. Join us as we explore the film's rich aesthetics, from its elaborate production design to the campy hair and makeup, revealing how these visuals reflect the emotional machinery of a society struggling under the weight of conformity and denial. Discover how Brazil remains relevant today, echoing our contemporary challenges with digital systems and the normalization of crisis. 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - Gilliam After Python: The Architect of Beautiful Nightmares 3:05 - The Look: A World Styled for Breakdown 4:12 - Camp as Survival & Bureaucratic Beauty 5:25 - Imagination as a Last Resort: Sam Dreams 6:18 - The Restaurant Scene: Elegance at the Edge of Collapse 7:05 - When Help Becomes Theater 7:41 - When Emptiness Becomes Violence 8:27 - The Christmas Setting: Festivity as Emotional Camouflage 9:36 - If Brazil Were Made Today 13:27 - Closing Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    15 min
  6. From Green to Glam: The Makeup Journey of Wicked For Good with Frances Hannon

    12/18/2025

    From Green to Glam: The Makeup Journey of Wicked For Good with Frances Hannon

    I finally had the chance to have Frances Hannon on the show and yes, you have heard from her by now, but I know there are some tid-bits you will learn from our talk... perhaps you haven’t learned about John Chu’s bespokeiridescent blue for his horses...? How would you like to get your hands on that creation? And for those of you who aren’t besieged with Wicked in your feed, this may be the first time you are learning about Frances’ process working with Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, John Chu on this epic adventure of WICKED and WICKED:FOR GOOD. Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    Makeup Artist Sharon Tabb's Lowdown on The Lowdown Looks and More

    In this episode of Look Behind the Look, I chat with makeup designer Sharon Tabb, who shares her creative journey behind the scenes of the hit series “The Lowdown” and the important film “Sarah’s Oil.” Sharon shared with me her origin story and while I always love a “how did you get here” exchange, this one is truly remarkable as serendipity and a leap of faith were powerful players in Sharon’s arrival to her career. If you are just getting started in your career, this episode is full of words of wisdom, and if you are far along in your journey, you will love hearing about what keeps Sharon motivated as I am sure you can relate. I was truly recharged after spending time with her and I know you will be too. Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    37 min

  8. 12/09/2025

    Prosthetics Master Mike Hill on the Glamorous Gore In Frankenstein

    We’ve all seen Frankenstein by now and those who have seen it in the theater (hi!) have no doubt shamed those who watched on Netflix, but we can all agree that the film is GORGEOUS and we no doubt found ourselves confusingly (or maybe not so confusingly) attracted to The Creature. In this episode, Prosthetic Designer Mike Hill talks in delightful detail about every detail of the creation and evolution of The Creature and explains how Jacob Elordi, Guillermo del Toro and more all collaborated to bring this work of art to life. Enjoy! And let me know what you think as always… 0:00 - Intro 2:44 - Building a New Frankenstein 8:15 - The Creature’s Bold First Impression 9:20 - Creativity Through Color 12:29 - The Rush To Get The Job Done 15:50 - Seeing The Creature Come To Life 16:50 - Response to Frankenstein’s Release 18:56 - Mike and Guillermo: From Monsterpalooza to Partners 24:29 - Victor’s Artistry And Influence On The Creature 27:33 - How The Creature’s Eyes Came To Be 29:49 - Jacob Elordi’s 10 Hour Transformation Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

    33 min
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New York Times Recommended Look Behind The Look, hosted by filmmaker Tiffany Bartok (Larger Than Life: The Kevyn Aucoin Story), breaks down the most creative looks across TV, film, music, and fashion in exclusive conversations with the artists that created them. Oscar and BAFTA Award Winning makeup and hair artists and costume designers share their process and stories from set with A-List talent, while fashion's elite makeup and hair stylists, photographers and stylists recount tales behind their VOGUE covers. Even hear from Beauty Brand CEO's about how they created their empires. Join us to Look Behind the Look. IG https://www.instagram.com/lookbehindthelook/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/lookbehindthelookpodcast SUBSTACK https://lookbehindthelook.substack.com ShopMy Shelf https://shopmy.us/lookbehindthelook LBTL on Etsy https://creatoriq.cc/4clsLQy LBTL on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/shop/tiffanybartok lookbehindthelook.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Host Tiffany Bartok Brings You Closer To The Details Behind Your Favorite Looks In Film, Television and Music
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    148
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Vinyl Foote Productions
  • Show Website
    Look Behind The Look